Windows XP: The Complete Reference

Chapter 37: Windows XP Configuration Files

	Chapter Introduction
	What Kinds of Configuration Files Does Windows XP Use?
		Making Configuration Files Visible
		What Is %SystemRoot%?
		Windows Initialization Files
			The Win.ini File
			The System.ini File
		The Registry
	Configuring Windows with the System Configuration Utility
		Restarting Windows with Selected Startup Options
		Replacing a Corrupted Windows File
		Changing Your System.ini and Win.ini Files
		Changing Your Boot.ini File
		Changing Your Services and Startup Settings
		Changing Your Environment Settings
		Changing Your International Settings
	Configuring DOS and Older Windows Programs to Run Under Windows XP
	Disk Formats and Coexisting with Other Operating Systems
		Partitioning Disks
		Other Operating Systems and Windows Files